Erick Cardenas | Erick is a third-year history major who hopes to add sociology as a double major. While he loves all areas of history, his passion leans toward Modern history, with a particular interest in Chinese, Africana, and Spanish histories—though he finds it nearly impossible to pick a favorite! Erick enjoys soccer, running and reading, and spending quality time with friends and family. You’ll find him relaxing with video games when not working or writing essays.
Alex Fischer | Alex is a third year History and Data Science double major from Fresno, CA. He loves all eras of history, but is currently interested in American political history and how it compares to other democracies. When not in class or working for the Journal, he’s probably holed up in a nature preserve conducting research or at a Data Science Club event. In his free time, Alex enjoys running, camping, and playing spikeball.
Sara Stevens | Sara is a third-year History major from El Segundo, CA. She enjoys learning about all areas of history, but is particularly interested in ancient civilizations and Medieval history. She also works part time and is a member of Phi Sigma Pi. In her free time, she enjoys listening to music and attending concerts, taking photos, and baking (especially sourdough).
Neo Harter | Neo is a third-year student pursuing a double BA in History of Public Policy and Law and Global Studies, plus a minor in Philosophy. He has always enjoyed studying American Political History, but as of recently he has developed a research interest in the Middle East and its rich history, in particular Iranian history. In his free time Neo enjoys reading, playing instruments like the piano and the tabla, and practicing his language skills. He hoops often as well, so you may catch him at the rec center claiming ankles…if you do please come and say hi! He is always looking forward to meeting new people – especially history geeks!
Sherry Huang | Sherry is a fourth-year History major and English minor. She likes all areas of history but is most interested in the history of science and tech as well as economic history. She also likes ancient history, the Cold War, medieval witchcraft, Samurai history, and really anything. In her free time, she likes running, crafting, drinking boba, and hanging out with friends.
Kate Erickson | Kate is a third-year History of Public Policy and Law major with a Museum Studies minor. She loves any and all areas of history but is currently focusing on American legal history, namely the evolution of public policy throughout the 20th and 21st century and the impact of landmark Supreme Court rulings on the nation’s society, culture, and individual rights. Outside of the Journal, she works at the Bren School and is part of the History Club, GirlUp, and the Undergraduate Law Journal. In her free time, you’ll find her reading (she loves getting recommendations!), playing tennis, going to the beach, and building things in the Sims
Vanessa Manakova | Vanessa is a third-year history major. While she loves all fields of history, she is currently fascinated by the Eastern Roman Empire during Late Antiquity, specifically on the role of women in the Eastern Orthodox Church. In her free time, Vanessa enjoys spending time with friends, drinking and making soup.
Enri Lala | Enri is a third-year History and Global Studies major. Born and raised in Albania, his primary interest is European history with an emphasis on the Balkans. Outside of his love for history, he is a member of the Ethics Bowl team, where he enjoys spending many hours arguing with his teammates about sundry philosophical issues.
Travis Applegate| Travis is a third-year History of Public Policy and Law major from Visalia, CA. His passion for history has led him to explore a wide range of topics, but he has found a particular fascination with the histories of Asia and specifically the Middle East. Through his studies, he enjoys examining how historical events shape modern policies and societies. Beyond the classroom, Travis thrives in the great outdoors—whether it’s hiking scenic trails or catching waves along the California coast. A music enthusiast, he has a deep appreciation for a wide range of genres, from rock to house and techno. With a deep appreciation for both intellectual and physical pursuits, he enjoys balancing academic rigor with adventure and exploration.
Jarett Henderson | Jarett is a history professor at the University of California, Santa Barbara and oversees The UGH Journal. He earned his Ph.D. from York University in Toronto and holds an MA and BA from the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg. Before swapping his snow boots for slides, and his toques for beanies, he taught at Mount Royal University in Calgary. His current research examines the debates over implementing responsible self-government in the Canadian colonies, alongside anti-sodomy legislation that re-criminalized sex between men in the first half of the 19th century, to expose the tangled ties between whiteness, masculinity, and settler sexuality.
